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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to New York City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to New York City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to New York City:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to New York City costing on average $71 (€57).
A bus is $100 (€81) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to New York City costing on average $155 (€125).
Other travel options to New York City take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Bus takes on average 4h 23m.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to New York City
Trains from Washington, DC to New York City run on average 66 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 65 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 02:00. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 66 |
Direct trains 65 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 2:00 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to New York City trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and New York City from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to New York City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to New York City by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to New York City
Most Washington, DC to New York City trains use the Union Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and New York City train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to New York City leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
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